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Book Synopsis: This young adult novel-in-verse tells the moving story of one boy's hard-won path to redemption. Timothy is a good kid who did a bad thing. Now he's under house arrest for a whole year. He has to check in weekly with a probation officer and a therapist, keep a journal, and stay out of trouble. But when he must take drastic measures to help his struggling family, staying out of trouble proves more difficult than Timothy ever thought it would be. Touching, funny, and always original, House Arrest is an ideal addition to any young adult book collection. This humorous novel-in-verse will delight reluctant readers and provide teens with motivation when it's needed most.
TALENTED AUTHOR: K.A. Holt is the award-winning author of many middle grade novels-in-verse including Ben Bee and the Teacher Griefer, Redwood & Ponytail, House Arrest, Knockout, and Rhyme Schemer. She is also the author of From You to Me, Gnome-a-geddon, and several other books for young readers, including the illustrated picture book I Wonder.
PART OF AN INSPIRING SERIES: Readers who love House Arrest won't want to miss Knockout, a companion book that revisits the same characters 11 years after the events in House Arrest.
READERS LOVE IT: With hundreds of 5-star ratings, reviewers rave that this book is "heart wrenching" and a "must read."
Perfect for: Tweens and teens who enjoy stories about resilience and redemption, Teachers and librarians seeking middle grade read-aloud titles, Fans of K.A. Holt's other books as well as middle grade novels like Slammed by Colleen Hoover and Ghost or Long Way Down by Jason Reynolds.
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Looking for a compelling and unique young adult novel to add to your collection? Look no further than House Arrest. This captivating novel-in-verse follows the transformative journey of Timothy, a good-hearted teenager who finds himself under house arrest for a year after committing a mistake. With the pressure of weekly check-ins, therapy sessions, and a heartfelt journal, Timothy's attempts to stay out of trouble become more challenging than he could have ever imagined.
House Arrest is not your ordinary book – it's a story that effortlessly blends humor, emotion, and originality. Its engaging narrative makes it an ideal choice for reluctant readers, providing them with the perfect motivation to get lost in its pages. With its touching and funny plot, this book is bound to captivate the hearts of tweens and teens.
Written by the talented author K.A. Holt, whose work has received numerous awards, House Arrest is just one masterpiece in her collection of middle-grade novels-in-verse. With previous bestsellers like Ben Bee and the Teacher Griefer, Redwood & Ponytail, and Rhyme Schemer, Holt has established herself as a trusted name in young adult literature.
But the excitement doesn't end with House Arrest. Readers who fall in love with the characters and storytelling will find themselves eagerly searching for more. Luckily, Knockout, a companion book that takes place 11 years after the events in House Arrest, awaits their eager eyes. It's the ultimate opportunity to continue the journey and rekindle the connection with these beloved characters.
Don't just take our word for it – House Arrest has received hundreds of 5-star ratings from thrilled readers. It's been hailed as "heart-wrenching" and a "must-read" by reviewers who were deeply moved by Timothy's story. Teachers and librarians searching for compelling middle-grade read-aloud titles will find House Arrest a valuable addition to their collection.
So don't miss out on this inspiring and unforgettable novel. Join Timothy on his path to redemption and resilience. Visit our website and get your copy of House Arrest today!
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